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FV61 CFZ

2011 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2022
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

287,095 mi
Last recorded287,095 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2021
Typical for 2011 Skoda Octavia83,226 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV61 CFZ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2021 287,095 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

lower pipe of the exhaust DPF Filter has been rewelded , no sign of tampering

Fail 8 Jan 2021 287,075 miles

Exhaust fumes entering cabin (6.1.2 (b) (i))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

lower pipe of the exhaust DPF Filter has been rewelded , no sign of tampering

Fail 5 Jan 2021 287,057 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has an unsafe modification Fitted incorrectly (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability Not Attached (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fail 4 Jan 2021 287,037 miles

Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has an unsafe modification Fitted incorrectly (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has an unsafe modification Fitted incorrectly (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 9 Jan 2020 276,864 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2020 276,844 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail likley to rub wheel or rotating component , bracket not fitted insecure (1.1.12 (a)) DANGEROUS

park brake may require attention, o/s/r

Pass 5 Jul 2019 270,528 miles

Offside Rear park brake figures lower than other side although figures have been met (may require attention)

Fail 3 Jul 2019 270,516 miles

Exhaust diesel particulate filter shows evidence of tampering. been cut open and re -welded (8.2.2.1 (c))

Offside Rear park brake figures lower than other side although figures have been met (may require attention)

Pass 4 Jan 2019 265,054 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 257,039 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2018 257,028 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Offside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended Belt jammed in buckle (7.1.2 (c))

Pass 12 Jan 2018 247,913 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 4 Jul 2017 240,066 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Dec 2016 225,747 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 196,033 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2015 169,557 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured and Rear (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 17 Dec 2015 169,557 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured and Rear (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 1 Jul 2015 144,265 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2014 121,179 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 98,431 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2014 74,693 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 52,437 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2013 52,426 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Jul 2012 12,962 miles

How Reliable is the Skoda Octavia?

Based on 3,816,734 MOT tests across 338,116 vehicles.

77.7%
Pass Rate
8,620
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
338,116
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 81,688
Registration plate lamp not working 38,058
position lamp(s) not working 31,953
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 31,729
Direction indicator incorrect colour 28,575
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FV61 CFZ is a 2011 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2011 Skoda Octavia models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 83,226 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Skoda Octavia fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 81,688 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FV61 CFZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Skoda Octavia typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 15 years old, this Skoda Octavia is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FV61 CFZ registered?

FV61 CFZ is a 2011 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 17 October 2011.

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